As of the start of 1609, the Gregorian calendar was 10 days ahead of the Julian calendar, which remained in localized use until 1923.

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Dec 11, 2025 · The winter of 1609–10, commonly known as the Starving Time, took a heavy toll. Of the 500 colonists living in Jamestown in the autumn, fewer than one-fifth were still alive by …

What happened in the year 1609 in history? Famous historical events that shook and changed the world. Discover events in 1609.

On September 2, 1609, the Dutch ship Half Moon sailed into what is now New York Harbor and anchored near Staten Island. For the next five weeks, the Englishman Henry Hudson and his …

Collection of famous and memorable historical events happened around the world in the year 1609, nicely categorized month wise and many more.

Jul 9, 2025 · As of the start of 1609, the Gregorian calendar was 10 days ahead of the Julian calendar, which remained in localized use until 1923.

Year 1609 was a common year starting on Thursday (link will display the full calendar) of the Gregorian calendar (or a common year starting on Sunday of the 10 day slower Julian calendar).

The year 1609 was a time of exciting discoveries and important events around the world. Explorers were mapping new lands, and new inventions were changing how people …